Volunteer Project List

PRIDE: DURHAM, NC 2025
WE ARE THE RAINBOW: TOGETHER IN SUPPORT FOR OUR COALITIONS, ENVIRONMENTS, AND FUTURES.
 

This year's theme is meant to center ourselves as the ones we have been waiting for. We are the ones who have the solutions to the problems we face, who have got what it takes to not just survive but succeed, overcoming the storms of life to see brighter days ahead. From this dignified posture, we are coming TOGETHER to offer and receive support for:

>> OUR COALITIONS -- Every partnership, every collaboration, every solidarity, all of them matter. We continue to pour into one another, building people power that improves our collective capacity to take care of one another and to meet the material & non-material needs we all have. Let's lean into our intersectional partnerships in accessibility, arts, advocacy, public health, and more.

>>  OUR ENVIRONMENTS -- This acknowledges our relationships to the land, the water, the air, and all living things in creation. We must care for our creeks & rivers and our parks & trails. Let's move in solidarity with our champions of Durham's natural resources: the stewards of the Eno, the Beaver Queens, and more. This also includes the human-made environments, such as our neighborhoods, schools, and other community spaces where all LGBTQIA+ people deserve to exist within and belong to as whole human beings.

>> OUR FUTURES -- Investing in the wellbeing of young people is always a worthwhile labor of love because they represent what's to come. We welcome and celebrate our children, centering and nurturing their development as essential. We also stand with parents and caregivers, working with them so that their families have what they need to participate fully. Let's make it easier for Durham's queer kids to be who they are and to grow up proud of who they are.

PRIDE: DURHAM, NC 2025
WE ARE THE RAINBOW: TOGETHER IN SUPPORT FOR OUR COALITIONS, ENVIRONMENTS, AND FUTURES.
 

This year's theme is meant to center ourselves as the ones we have been waiting for. We are the ones who have the solutions to the problems we face, who have got what it takes to not just survive but succeed, overcoming the storms of life to see brighter days ahead. From this dignified posture, we are coming TOGETHER to offer and receive support for:

>> OUR COALITIONS -- Every partnership, every collaboration, every solidarity, all of them matter. We continue to pour into one another, building people power that improves our collective capacity to take care of one another and to meet the material & non-material needs we all have. Let's lean into our intersectional partnerships in accessibility, arts, advocacy, public health, and more.

>>  OUR ENVIRONMENTS -- This acknowledges our relationships to the land, the water, the air, and all living things in creation. We must care for our creeks & rivers and our parks & trails. Let's move in solidarity with our champions of Durham's natural resources: the stewards of the Eno, the Beaver Queens, and more. This also includes the human-made environments, such as our neighborhoods, schools, and other community spaces where all LGBTQIA+ people deserve to exist within and belong to as whole human beings.

>> OUR FUTURES -- Investing in the wellbeing of young people is always a worthwhile labor of love because they represent what's to come. We welcome and celebrate our children, centering and nurturing their development as essential. We also stand with parents and caregivers, working with them so that their families have what they need to participate fully. Let's make it easier for Durham's queer kids to be who they are and to grow up proud of who they are.

PRIDE: DURHAM, NC 2025
WE ARE THE RAINBOW: TOGETHER IN SUPPORT FOR OUR COALITIONS, ENVIRONMENTS, AND FUTURES.
 

This year's theme is meant to center ourselves as the ones we have been waiting for. We are the ones who have the solutions to the problems we face, who have got what it takes to not just survive but succeed, overcoming the storms of life to see brighter days ahead. From this dignified posture, we are coming TOGETHER to offer and receive support for:

>> OUR COALITIONS -- Every partnership, every collaboration, every solidarity, all of them matter. We continue to pour into one another, building people power that improves our collective capacity to take care of one another and to meet the material & non-material needs we all have. Let's lean into our intersectional partnerships in accessibility, arts, advocacy, public health, and more.

>>  OUR ENVIRONMENTS -- This acknowledges our relationships to the land, the water, the air, and all living things in creation. We must care for our creeks & rivers and our parks & trails. Let's move in solidarity with our champions of Durham's natural resources: the stewards of the Eno, the Beaver Queens, and more. This also includes the human-made environments, such as our neighborhoods, schools, and other community spaces where all LGBTQIA+ people deserve to exist within and belong to as whole human beings.

>> OUR FUTURES -- Investing in the wellbeing of young people is always a worthwhile labor of love because they represent what's to come. We welcome and celebrate our children, centering and nurturing their development as essential. We also stand with parents and caregivers, working with them so that their families have what they need to participate fully. Let's make it easier for Durham's queer kids to be who they are and to grow up proud of who they are.

Often we'll need folks to pickup donations and deliver food to Panty neighbors.  If you have a vehicle and are willing to drive for us, this is the Volunteer Opportunity for you!

We host a variety of events throughout the year. If you would like to support our events like the Queer Health Fair, Transgender Day of Visibility, etc., by setting up, transporting supplies, breaking down at the end, as well as tabling  and assisting guests during events.

Seeking Trans folks of color with the capacity to offer some emotional support, friendship, advice, and nibling energy to folks served by Project FAM (Folks Aiming for More).

The Food Pantry at the LGBTQ Center of Durham supports community with free food. consumable household and personal care items. Volunteers fill a variety of roles including shopping support at local stores and the Food Bank of NC, assisting shoppers, keeping inventory, etc.

Greet our visitors, and answer the phones. There will be additional projects for those interested in helping in other ways while at the desk. Training provided. Seeking regular commitment and occasional fill-in assistance for our daily shifts between 10 and 6, 6 days a week

The Library is currently in boxes, waiting for a creative solution to be functional as a lending library. There is not currently space to have browsable shelving. Please select this if you are interested in being in contact as we make plans.

As of June 2025, we are in the beginning stages of organizing the archivable materials we do have and formign a working committee for the Queer People of Durham's Archives, to be housed at the Center. If you have things to give, contact info@lgbtqenterofdurham.org. If you are interested in helping organizing the collection, join this volunteer opportunity.

Assist with Rainbow family Connections events and programs. 

We are seeking ongoing and occasional assistance for skilled tasks.  Are you handy with wall mounting a television? or art? Do you know your way around small network set up and maintenance?  Are you a whiz at putting together furniture?  Choose this option and we'll have a conversation about how you can help us as needed.

The Queer Giving Closet provides clothing, accessories and other items to the Center's clients and other community members. This role is for you if you like to keep account of items coming and going, and keep order in the 'shop'. Hours can be flexible and we can likely work around your schedule.

All volunteers are required to attend a 90 minute orientation before volunteering in any role at the Center. Please check this 'Opportunity'.  Thank you!

Our Youth Center serves young people ages 12-24, you will offer programming for folks younger and older on occasion. Youth Center volunteers can help organize and staff events and programming at the Center and in the community.